Upholstery and Fabrics - Type of fabric
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lfwade
11-01-04, 06:57 PM
I have an antique love seat that i want to reupholster. What type and weight of fabric would be best? :confused:
Annette
11-02-04, 11:31 AM
will it get a lot of wear? do you have kids/pets? do you eat/drink while sitting on it?
a tapestry would be a good choice. they're a heavy fabric that wears well with a tight weave that won't pull easily, and the multi-colored patterns hide spots well.
i'd avoid a thin, flimsy cotton chintz.
if you've got kids or pets, avoid solid colors that will show stains. if you are wanting a solid color, at least go with a tone-on-tone pattern, like a corduroy or jacquard or damask type weave.
a tapestry would be a good choice. they're a heavy fabric that wears well with a tight weave that won't pull easily, and the multi-colored patterns hide spots well.
i'd avoid a thin, flimsy cotton chintz.
if you've got kids or pets, avoid solid colors that will show stains. if you are wanting a solid color, at least go with a tone-on-tone pattern, like a corduroy or jacquard or damask type weave.